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Public libraries provide air-conditioned spaces for kids and families to escape the summer heat.
Diane Egner
Soccer leagues are a popular outdoor sport in neighborhoods throughout the Tampa Bay Area.
Diane Egner
Tampa Mini Maker Faire at Glazer Childrens Museum July 27, 2019
Topher Morrison
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Getting a whole body experience during summer camp at the Morean Arts Center.
Courtesy of Morean Arts Center
The Creative Pinellas Arts Summer Camp Grant program is currently accepting applications.
Creative Pinellas
Play it Forward assists with soccer equipment and fees so every child, regardless of family income, can play.
Courtesy of Tampa Bay United Rowdies
The Glazer Children's Museum is among the string of museums along the Tampa Riverwalk (2019).
Photo by Diane Egner
Maia Shockley has a genetic disease called SMA (spinal muscular atrophy) that weakens her muscles.
Courtesy of the Shockley family
Foundation for Community Driven Innovation.
Kids fingerpainting at Glazer Children's Museum in Tampa.
Topher Morrison
Creative Play Preschool will reopen August 12, but with a completely new concept built around outdoor learning and fun.
Courtesy of Creative Play Preschool
Social distancing for in-person classes means fewer students and more one-on-one instruction.
Courtesy of Morean Arts Center
AMIkids’ program, Breaking Barriers, helps police and youth foster healthy communication, mutual trust, and understanding.
Courtesy of AMIKids
Online learning works well for some kids while others fall behind.
Courtesy of United Way Suncoast
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Tuesday, October 6, 2020
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Lalita Llerena
Monday, August 17, 2020
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Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
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Janan Talafer
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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Stageworks Theatre goes virtual until audience can return
Caitlin Albritton
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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Sunday, August 2, 2020
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Backpack to School virtual spelling bee benefits families at Metropolitan Ministries
Amy Hammond
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Tyler Killette
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Leslie Farrell
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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Diane Egner
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Youth voices: Time to speak up for equality and justice
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